News & Announcements

Join us for our Kindergarten Open House!
Families are invited to learn all about our joyful, hands-on learning environment and the nurturing start we provide for every child.

Dear families and staff of P.S. 211 Elm Tree Elementary School,

We are thrilled to announce our Winter Spirit Week, taking place from Monday, December 15th to Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025!

This exciting event will be a fun-filled opportunity for students and staff to come together, spread holiday cheer, and show their school spirit.

P.S. 211 Elm Tree Elementary School invites you to attend our upcoming PTA December Meeting on Thursday, December 18, 2025, in our school’s Gymnatorium at 8:30 a.m.

The Agenda for the December 2025 PTA Meeting includes:

President’s Report
Approval of Minutes
Financial Report
Upcoming Events
Attendance Awards

P.S. 211 Elm Tree Elementary School warmly welcomes families to celebrate the season at our Seasonal Concert on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, in our school’s auditorium.
Students across all grade levels will be performing throughout the morning and early afternoon. We look forward to sharing joyful music and showcasing the talents of our Elm Tree scholars.

December 2025 is here, and it’s full of celebrations and school-wide fun!
This month, we highlight Universal Human Rights Month along with our SEL theme: Compassion and CARES virtue: Empathy.
Our P.S. 211 Elm Tree Elementary December 2025 School Calendar is filled with engaging activities including our Scholastic Book Fair, Holiday Spirit Week, workshops for families, class trips, and our annual Winter Holiday Concert.

Please note that there are no before and after school programs on the following dates:

Friday, October 31 (Halloween)
Tuesday, November 4 (Election Day)
Thursday, November 6 (Parent Teacher Conference)
Tuesday, November 11 (Veterans Day)
Wednesday, November 26 (No programs the day before Thanksgiving Break)
Tuesday, December 23 (No programs the day before Winter Break)
Monday, January 19 (MLK)

P.S. 211 Elm Tree Elementary School invites you to attend our December 2025 Virtual Town Hall Meeting on December 10th at 9:00 AM.
During this session, families will receive updates on academics, school culture, after-school programs, parent engagement opportunities, and more.

We are excited to announce that Elm Tree Elementary uniforms are now available! From sweaters and long-sleeve shirts to backpacks and sweatpants, you can find all your school uniform essentials in one place.

Ordering is quick and simple—just scan the QR code to get started and complete your purchase.

Make sure your child is ready for the school year with their official Elm Tree Elementary gear!

P.S. 211 Elm Tree Elementary School warmly invites all families to join us for our monthly PTA Meeting on November 20th in the Gymnatorium.
Our PTA (Parent Teacher Association) works collaboratively with families and the school to support community engagement, family events, and student enrichment.

During our November PTA Meeting, families will:

Hear updates from the PTA President


Review and approve minutes


Receive the monthly financial report


Learn about upcoming events and initiatives


Welcome our new school librarian


Celebrate student attendance awards

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